Senior Mechanical Engineer

Lead high-impact tailings, slurry pipeline and mine infrastructure projects with KCB. Shape our growing mechanical practice while delivering world-class engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and technical delivery of tailings pipelines, pump stations, slurry transport systems, and associated mine infrastructure; Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineers and designers across project teams; Mentor and support the development of junior and intermediate mechanical engineers; Perform and review hydraulic calculations, pipeline stress analysis, and process piping designs; Design and review pressure vessels, storage tanks, pump systems, and custom mechanical equipment; Undertake steady-state and transient hydraulic modelling using tools such as AFT Fathom, AFT Impulse, and Bentley Hammer; Lead technical reviews and ensure engineering deliverables meet quality, safety, and client requirements; Support proposal development, project planning, and client engagement activities; Contribute to the growth and development of KCB's mechanical engineering practice across Australia

Requirements

Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical); NER, CPEng, RPEQ or equivalent professional accreditation; 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience within mining, industrial, infrastructure, or oil & gas sectors; Strong expertise in piping systems, hydraulic modelling, pressure vessels, tanks, and slurry transport systems; Experience delivering projects within EPC or EPCM environments; Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership and mentor engineering teams; Experience preparing CAPEX and OPEX estimates; Knowledge of slurry pump systems, pipeline operations, and mine infrastructure; Proficiency with engineering and design tools including AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications; Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Benefits

Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra; Income Protection Insurance; Parental and Volunteer Leave; Novated Leasing; Hybrid Working Policy; Social and Mental Well-being Initiatives; Training and Development Opportunities; Additional incentives may be available dependent on the performance of the company, business unit and individual